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PIP entitlement

caroline37
caroline37 Member Posts: 2 Listener
edited November 2017 in Benefits and financial support
This discussion was created from comments split from: What else can I get with PIP?.
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  • caroline37
    caroline37 Member Posts: 2 Listener
    hi I'm new to all this iv never claimed a thing till now and have pip daily living needs and mobility and would like to know if any 1 can tell me if I'm entitled to any other benefits some1mentioned fuel allowance, and council tax 
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  • CockneyRebel
    CockneyRebel Member Posts: 5,217 Disability Gamechanger
    Hi caroline and welcome

    Have you tried putting your details into one of the on line benefits calculators /
    there is one on here somewhere ?

    You might also consider getting a full benefit check from CAB

    CR
    Be all you can be, make  every day count. Namaste
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  • mikehughescq
    mikehughescq Member Posts: 7,452 Disability Gamechanger
    No-one mentioning that a PIP award can trigger entitlement to a national concessionary travel pass? In some areas, like Greater Manchester, this covers a lot more than free travel on just buses. It's a liberation for many people and can save an absolute fortune. 

    Also check out the Disabled Persons Railcard and the CEA care for cinema goers. 
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  • Pippa_Alumni
    Pippa_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 5,799 Disability Gamechanger
    Hi @caroline37, as CR says, the online benefits calculator is a good place to start.

    There is also a comprehensive list of extra money and help you may be eligible for alongside PIP on Citizens Advice website that is definitely worth a read. It includes benefit top-ups as well as info on council tax and concessionary travel. Hope this helps!
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